Teen Titans Go! season 7 episode 17 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

During a beach outing, the Teen Titans discover severe pollution. They meet magical molecules Polly and Tara (Pete), who teach them about recycling's transformative power. Confronted by the pollution's source, Major ABS, who plans to contaminate recyclable plastics, the Titans battle using recycling magic. However, when Pete gets contaminated, they persuade Major ABS to reconsider his actions. Together, they convert the garbage into a recycled park, achieving Major ABS's dream of becoming a garden gnome and highlighting the importance of recycling.

Full Episode S07E17 Recap

### Beach Day Revelation - The Titans enjoy a sunny beach day, but quickly notice the pollution around them. - Starfire finds bottle caps, thinking they are treasures, while Beast Boy struggles with plastic bags mistaken for jellyfish. - The team decides to initiate Operation Cleanup but realizes the pollution problem is overwhelming. ### Encounter with Pete - The Titans find a bottle with a name, leading them to Pete, who turns out to be two magical molecules, Polyethylene (Polly) and Terephthalate (Tara). - Polly and Tara explain their ability to transform recycled plastic into new products like playgrounds, packaging, and even sweaters. ### Journey through Recycling - The magical molecules guide the Titans through the recycling process, emphasizing the importance of not contaminating recyclable materials. - They reveal the alarming fact that only 9% of plastic gets recycled, explaining the abundance of waste in the ocean. ### The Great Garbage Patch - The Titans disguise as garbage to enter the great garbage patch, ruled by Major ABS, a discarded toy with a vendetta against the recycling industry. - Major ABS reveals his plan to contaminate 9% of the world's recyclable plastic with his weapon, the Contaminator. ### Battle and Resolution - The Titans, aided by the power of recycling, confront Major ABS. - Major ABS contaminates Polly and Tara, rendering their transformation ability useless. - The Titans enlighten Major ABS about his unintentional recycling efforts by building the Contaminator, leading to a change of heart. - The Titans and Major ABS work together to transform the garbage patch into a beautiful recycled park, fulfilling Major ABS's dream of becoming a garden gnome.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the Titans initially plan to do at the beach?

Enjoy the sun and water, unaware of the pollution problem.

Who are Polly and Tara?

Magical molecules representing Polyethylene and Terephthalate, collectively known as Pete.

What can Pete transform into?

Various products like playgrounds, packaging, and ugly holiday sweaters.

Why is only 9% of plastic recycled?

Due to contamination and improper disposal practices.

Who rules the Great Garbage Patch?

Major ABS, a discarded toy with a grudge against the recycling industry.

What is Major ABS's plan?

To contaminate 9% of the world's recyclable plastic with his weapon, the Contaminator.

How do the Titans confront Major ABS?

By using the power of recycling to transform into various objects.

What happens when Polly and Tara are contaminated?

They lose their ability to transform into other objects.

How do the Titans convince Major ABS to change his ways?

By showing him that he was recycling by giving new purpose to trash with his Contaminator.

What becomes of the Great Garbage Patch?

It's transformed into a beautiful park with recycled materials, fulfilling Major ABS's dream.

Teen Titans Go! season 7 episode 17

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